CPSC2017-09-14
Southwire Recalls Globe and Snow Globe Stake Lights Due to Fire Hazard
Southwire Company LLC, of Carrollton, Ga.
Hazard
Light refraction through the stake lights can singe or melt items in contact with or in the immediate proximity, posing a fire hazard.
Remedy
Consumers should immediately stop using the recalled stake lights and contact Southwire to return the product for a refund.
Sold at
Moonrays and home improvement and hardware stores nationwide and online from August 2016 through March 2017 for about $20.
Affected count
About 8,700 (in addition, about 10,000 units were sold in Canada)
Injuries reported
Southwire has received nine reports of incidents including heat-related damage to nearby property such as grass, deck posts and house siding. No injuries have been reported.
Manufactured in
China
Remedy type
Refund
Products
Moonrays mystic globe and snow globe stake lights
Consumer contact
Southwire toll-free at 888-847-8709 Monday through Friday from 9 a.m. to 5 p.m. ET, online at www.southwire.com, www.southwire.ca or www.moonrays.com and click on "Product Recall" for more information.
Official notice
https://www.cpsc.gov/Recalls/2017/Southwire-Recalls-Globe-and-Snow-Globe-Stake-LightsDon't want to check this manually?
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